Custodian

Custodian - 7.5 hrs/day

Davenport Community Schools Garfield Elementary - Davenport, Iowa

Job Details

Job : 5725123

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 19, 2026 7:04 PM (UTC)

CUSTODIAN - 7.5 HRS/DAY @ GARFIELD ELEMENTARY

HOURS: 3:15 PM - 11:15 PM (except during break periods, then day shift)

INTERNAL BIDS THRU 5/27/26 @ 4:00 PM.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (WE WILL HIRE EXTERNALLY IF NO SUCCESSFUL INTERNAL BIDDER): Open until filled.

New Hire:
Entry Level Rate $17.84/hr current employees with seniority in the bargaining unit, please refer to the Salary Schedule established by the bargaining unit.

Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

• Trash removal
• Cleans restrooms
• Cleans all surfaces
• Vacuums all areas- hard & soft surfaces
• Repositions furniture correctly
• Dust/vacuum ceiling vents
• Vacuum upholstered furniture
• Assist with deep cleaning during break periods- stripping, scrub & recoat, cleaning restrooms, glass, and furniture.
• Removes snow.
• Minor grounds keeping
• Lawn mowing
• Assist with delivery of supplies
• Properly maintain equipment
• Reports maintenance issues to Head
• Properly use and maintain equipment per owner's manual and or direction from maintenance staff
• Operates all energy consuming devices in the most efficient manner striving to attain maximum energy conservation
• Make minor repairs to equipment, building, furniture, hardware, windows etc..
• Reports major repair problems to head custodian and maintenance department
• Responsible for closing and securing building
• Must establish and maintain a satisfactory working relationship with teachers, students and fellow employees
• Must treat fellow workers with respect and facilitate a non-hostile work environment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV X Yes No)

• Have physical ability to lift and carry 56 lbs.
• Have the physical ability to climb an eight-foot ladder and perform custodial tasks

Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

• Must have high school degree or GED
• Must be able to direct others to the successful completion of assigned tasks
• Have a thorough knowledge of all cleaning procedures, chemicals & equipment
• Ability to learn how to operate a computer, use email, open attachments and complete electronic work orders.

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Nicole Stroupe
• 1702 N. Main St
• Davenport, Iowa 52803
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